RICHMOND, Va. -- The Virginia Department of Transportation is advising drivers to take the precautions for road hazards as crews work to clear roads of debris.

VDOT says approximately 180 roads in the region are closed due to flooding or downed trees/power lines and repairs may be lengthy at some locations.

With that said, officials say VDOT crews worked through the night and continue Friday morning to clear roads. They are also working with utility crews to clear the roads of downed power lines.

VDOT says delaying travel, if possible, will allow their crews to faster access to those areas hit hardest by the storm.

Officials are also advising travelers that several roads in Central Virginia remain closed due to flooding or downed trees.

“Do not move or drive around Road Closed signs even if water no longer covers the road,” officials wrote on Twitter. “The roadway could be damaged and unsafe. Our crews must inspect the road before it can be reopened.”

Do not move or drive around Road Closed signs even if water no longer covers the road. The roadway could be damaged and unsafe. Our crews must inspect the road before it can be reopened. pic.twitter.com/4mVMEum1vu